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  1. When using a thermal camera during the colder winter months, defects in insulation which are otherwise hidden .... bit.ly/CHI-FB
  2. Planning a construction project in Nwkt, here is a great town site http://www.newmarket.ca/en/townhall/ahomeownersguidetobuildingpermits.asp
  3. Getting a home inspection? Want to get the most out of it? Here's how.. http://bit.ly/CHI-FB
  4. What should you think about when choosing a home inspector? Buying or selling a home, choosing the right home insp ... http://bit.ly/CHI-FB
  5. The second class of appliance is what is known as induced draft. In this case a fan is used to pump the exhaust ... http://bit.ly/CHI-FB
  6. Did you know, there are three classes of fuel burning appliances. The first, natural draft appliances, rely on ... http://bit.ly/CHI-FB
  7. Hot water heaters have a critical safety feature called a pressure & temperature relief valve. This valve keeps your .. http://bit.ly/CHI-FB
  8. Some of the toilets I see are actually leaking from the flange seal allowing water and sewage to seep out causing ... http://bit.ly/CHI-FB
  9. Proper attic ventilation is critical to avoiding premature shingle wear out, condensation and mold. Attic ventilati ... http://bit.ly/CHI-FB
  10. If the home you are purchasing contains a wood burning fireplace or stove, it should be inspected and cleaned before .. http://bit.ly/CHI-FB
  11. If good quality asphalt shingles should last 20 to 25 years, why do I see so many 13-14 year old homes that need a ... http://bit.ly/CHI-FB
  12. Statistically, forced air gas furnances last 15-20 years and A/C units last 12-15 years before they will typ .... http://on.fb.me/CHI-FB
  13. Window sills built out of individual bricks crack at the motor joints or suffer from spalling. Solid stone or cast sills fair much better.
  14. I've recently been installing Roxul batt insulation in my house. Water/mold resistant, Higher R value then fibreglass. Fantastic stuff.
  15. Attic insulation is important for efficiently heating your home.The warmest air in a home is against the attic ceiling.What's in your attic?
  16. Most homes I inspect have poor grading and gutter discharge management which can lead to wet basements but is easy to correct. How is yours?
  17. Did you know that despite their obvious importance, it is not an Ontario Building Code requirement for a laundry room to have a floor drain!